S1 Lifer Helmet

the S1 Lifer Helmet is one of the best fitting and most protective helmet for skateboarding, longboarding, BMX and Roller Derby. S1 Helmet Co - Trusted By The Pros Since 1999 - www.s1helmets.com

When should I replace my S1 Lifer Helmet?

If your helmet takes a hit...

Look for visible signs of wear or damage.

1) Stress fractures in the foam.  If you see splintering fracture lines in the foam the helmet has been compromised.

 2) Compression zones.  If you can see where you the helmet hit and if there is a noticeable soft area that you can feel with when pressing your fingers into it.

 3) Cracks in the foam. If the foam has literally cracked straight through and is separating from the plastic outer shell the helmet will not absorb impact in that area and should be replaced.

S1 Lifer Helmets are tested to take 

3 multiple low impacts in the same spot (10 mph impacts to the same spot) 

1 high impact to the same spot (14 mph impact) 

4 high impacts in different spots (14 mph impact)

If your slam is equal to a 14 mph impact (which is a 6.5 foot drop height on a headform ) your helmet has been compromised in that area of impact and should be replaced.

In theory, your helmet has already paid for itself after 1 good hit - so to be 100% positive the helmet is fresh you should get a new one after a solid slam.